John T. Heidrick, DO, FAAFP

Family Medicine
6001 Truxtun Avenue Suite 380C
Bakersfield, CA 93309 Get Directions
661.748.1891
John T. Heidrick, DO, FAAFP

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Annual Membership Fee

625.00 every 3 months
1,250.00 every 6 months
2,500.00 each year

My Philosophy and Approach to Wellness...

As a board-certified primary care physician, I nurture close relationships with my patients and provide them with the same compassionate, personal approach to medical care as I would my own family. In my smaller MDVIP-affiliated family practice, I have the time to better get to know my patients well beyond their immediate symptoms. I have the tools to better address many areas of health proactively, from nutrition, fitness, and emotional well-being to better managing chronic illness. 

With my 25 years of experience – eight in my MDVIP-affiliated office – I offer families comprehensive care outside of the MDVIP Wellness Program services, from geriatrics to well-woman examinations, including Pap smear tests, well-child and adolescent exams. I also have extensive experience with urgent care, dermatology, minor surgery, casting of simple fractures, joint injections and numerous other procedures.

In a world of usually 10-minute care, my patients are perhaps most impressed that I can dedicate approximately two hours for their comprehensive wellness program appointments. I offer same-day or next-day visits. I am reachable during and after hours, and appointments begin on time and are unhurried. My MDVIP-affiliated practice also offers services, including comprehensive, advanced health screenings and diagnostic tests, that go far beyond those found in concierge medicine practices. I believe my patients feel they are part of an old-fashioned practice with advanced tools and technology. 

My Bakersfield, California, office team is awesome! Everyone is friendly, compassionate and dedicated to making your visits efficient and memorable. As a private doctor who provides personalized care, my goal is to guide my patients on a path to as optimal wellness as possible so they can enjoy healthier, more active lives. We serve patients in Bakersfield, Tehachapi, the Kern River Valley area, Lamont, Delano, Arvin, Shafter and throughout Kern County.
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Dr. Heidrick's Credentials

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Residency:
Southern Illinois University
Springfield, IL
Family Practice 1988-1990
Chief Resident, Family Practice 1989-1990

Internship:
Normandy Osteopathic Hospital
St. Louis, MO
Rotating 1987-1988

Medical School:
Des Moines University, College of Osteopathic Medicine
Des Moines, IA
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine 1987

Undergraduate:
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
Bachelor of Science, Biology 1983

American Board of Family Practice
Mercy Hospital of Bakersfield
Mercy Southwest Hospital
President/Treasurer, Preferred Family Care Physicians - A Medical Corporation, Bakersfield, CA 1996-2014
Medical Director, Optimal Hospice, Bakersfield, CA 1997-2002
Board Member, Foundation for Medical Care of Kern County, Bakersfield 1997-2002
Chair, Department of Family Practice/Pediatrics, San Joaquin Community Hospital 1995-1997, 1999-2002
Chief of Service, Family Practice, Kaiser Permanente, Bakersfield, Physician-in-Charge, Ming Avenue Office, Kaiser Permanente, Bakersfield, CA 1993-1996
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Testimonials from patients of Dr. Heidrick

from Maureen in CA February 13, 2024 for John T. Heidrick, DO, FAAFP

Dr Heidrick has been our doctor since he first came to Bakersfield and was with Kaiser. He left after a couple years and we followed him to his private practice. When he joined MDVIP we joined immediately. He has always been there for us no matter the day or time. Since we have his cell number I called him at 3:00 AM when my husband was having what I thought was a heart attack but turned out… See more

from Robert in CA February 10, 2024 for John T. Heidrick, DO, FAAFP

I am deeply grateful for the exceptional care provided by Dr. Heidrick. His thoughtful approach and depth of knowledge have been invaluable to me throughout my medical journey. I have always trusted him to stay at the forefront of innovative procedures and protocols, and his role as a thought leader in the field only amplifies my confidence in his expertise.

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from Kate in CA January 25, 2024 for John T. Heidrick, DO, FAAFP

On a Sunday, I was opening a can of tuna and cut my finger on the lid. I couldn't get it to quit bleeding. I called Dr. Heidrick who said he'd meet me at his office in 20 minutes. He put in 8 stitches and was completely gracious even though it was a Sunday. My finger healed beautifully.

from Martha in CA January 23, 2024 for John T. Heidrick, DO, FAAFP

Dr Heidrick has been our doctor for over 25 years. We absolutely love him. We joined MDVIP when he started. Almost 8 years ago my husband passed away. I don’t know what I would have done without him. He has helped me in so many ways. I’m fairly healthy and it’s probably due to him. Shortly before COVID I was going to the gym and lost considerable weight. He helped to to totally get rid of 13… See more

from Sharla in CA January 22, 2024 for John T. Heidrick, DO, FAAFP

I appreciate my doctor so much. After a corrective procedure done at UCLA, I returned home. I needed assistance with an issue I was having, and he came into the office and took care of the issue. I was/am so thankful. He followed up with a text to see how I was doing. I am thankful to have this type of relationship with my doctor.

from Karen E in CA January 20, 2024 for John T. Heidrick, DO, FAAFP
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16 years ago my husband, Howie, had a near fatal motorcycle accident. He was left with a plethora of injuries, but managed to live an active life. He got a motorcycle trike and rode escort for military funerals for 10 years. In May of 2022, he had a coronary event causing him to lose his ability to ride or drive. Still, with help from Dr.John Heidrick, he continued to fight.
When we… See more

from David in CA January 18, 2024 for John T. Heidrick, DO, FAAFP

Dr Heidrick has done so much to improve my health. Taking time to advise, counsel and offer support in my journey to better health. He has always been proactive in trying to stay ahead of any suspected health issues. And he always takes all the time we need to explain and discuss things with us until we are completely comfortable.

from Eliodoro in CA January 18, 2024 for John T. Heidrick, DO, FAAFP
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My Name is Eliodoro Contreras Longoria , I am a patient of Dr. Joh Heidrick since 1996 in Bakersfield California . In June 24th of 2020 I broke out with uncontrollable body chills and suffered through he weekend coughing and with fever. Monday the 29th I called Dr. John Hiedrick he walked me through a series of test and counseled me to get to the hospital as soon as possible becuase my oxygen… See more

from Thomas in CA April 14, 2021 for John T. Heidrick, DO, FAAFP

I want to express my deepest gratitude for Dr. Heidrick and his Staff for all they have done to help my husband and I through his near death medical crisis. Before we attended our first meeting at MDVIP, my husband had an out of town Primary Care Provider and was not ready to accept follow up medical treatment in Bakersfield. After our first meeting with Dr. Heidrick I was hopeful we were… See more

from Karen in CA March 26, 2020 for John T. Heidrick, DO, FAAFP
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Date: Someday
I was very ill and needed more antibiotic's late Friday night on a 3 day weekend and I drove to the 24Hr Pharmacy and requested the Pharmacist to Please call my Dr. on his cell and get the refill approval she needed. She insisted that No Doctor would answer on a holiday weekend and for me to call back in 4 days to see if it was ready. I begged her to just call the… See more

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